Axitinib Tablets Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Axitinib Tablets, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Axitinib Tablets brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Axitinib Tablets

ICD Code : Y43.3 Therapeutic Classification : Chemotherapy

Brand Names or Trade Names of Axitinib Tablets

International :

Inlyta

Why is Axitinib Tablets Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a kinase inhibitor, prescribed for the treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma after failure of one prior systemic therapy. It blocks the action of an abnormal protein, which helps in cancer cells multiplication.

When should Axitinib Tablets not be taken? (Contraindications)

None.

What is the dosage of Axitinib Tablets?

PO- The initial recommended dose is 5mg/day.

How should Axitinib Tablets be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Axitinib Tablets?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, thyroid problem, liver impairment, blood clot events, bleeding problems, unhealed wound, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid drinking grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Axitinib Tablets?

Most Common - Diarrhea, high blood pressure, fatigue, decreased appetite, nausea, loss of voice, hand-foot syndrome (palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia), weight loss, vomiting, weakness and constipation.
Miscellaneous - Hypothyroidism, cough, mucosal inflammation, joint pain, mouth ulcer, difficulty in breathing, abdominal pain, headache, pain in extremity, rash, protein in urine, taste disorder, indigestion, difficulty in swallowing, itching, hair loss, redness.